Contaminated land guides
Contaminated land in Queensland is regulated under the Environmental Protection Act 1994, and the rules apply before excavation starts. These guides explain how to search the Environmental Management Register and Contaminated Land Register, and when a soil disposal permit is required. They also show how the National Environment Protection (Assessment of Site Contamination) Measure shapes site investigations. They set out who does what on a remediation job. A suitably qualified person prepares the reports, an approved auditor certifies them where required, and the contractor excavates, segregates and transports the soil to that plan. For asset owners and developers they also cover the cost drivers, including how the Queensland waste levy applies to contaminated soil.
Published guides
Contaminated soil disposal permits and the waste levy: a Queensland step-by-step
Contaminated soil disposal permits in QLD step by step: when you need one, what to submit, soil classification, waste levy exemptions and Toowoomba fees.
EMR and CLR in Queensland: how to search a site and what a listing means
EMR and CLR search in QLD: what each register is, how to search by lot on plan ($61.05), what a listing means for sales and development, and removal.
Guides in this topic
- How do I find out if land is on the EMR or CLR?
- When do I need a soil disposal permit, and how long does it take?
- Which activities put land on the Environmental Management Register?
- Who prepares and certifies contaminated land reports?
- Does the Queensland waste levy apply to contaminated soil?
- Can contaminated soil be treated on site instead of removed?
Need the work done? See our service page for scope, licences and how we price.
Need the work done rather than explained?
See Contaminated soil removal, or talk to us about your site.